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The Fraser Valley Regional District is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the Time Duration positions of Lifeguard at our Almer Carlson OutdoorPool located in North Bend, BC. It is anticipated these positions will commence June 1, 2018, and end approximately September 8, 2018.

A Lifeguard follows applicable safety procedures to ensure the protection of customers, staff, and facilities and performs tasks assigned relating to the operation and maintenance of the aquatic facility. The successful applicants will be responsible for maintaining order and discipline at the outdoor pool. They must be team players, possess and demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, organization and leadership skills.

Required qualifications:

· must be at least 16 years of age;

· possess current National Lifeguard Service certification;

· possess current CPR level ‘C’ certification;

· have knowledge of the operation and maintenance of an outdoor pool and related equipment.

The preferred candidates will also possess the following additional certifications:

· Lifesaving Instructor certificate

· Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification

The starting wage rate for this time-duration Union position is $17.12 per hour plus 10.6% in lieu of benefits. Upon successful completion of the required probationary period, the wage rate will increase to $19.02 per hour plus 10.6% in lieu of benefits. If instructing the wage rate will increase to the Swimming Instructor’s rate. Lifeguards must be available for shifts for up to 8 hours, anytime between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., inclusive of evenings, weekends and some holidays.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume, along with a cover letter, indicating how you meet the qualifications. Please quote Competition #2018-11 and send, in confidence, by 4:30 p.m. on March 8, 2018, to: